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Drachm - Yazdgerd I
| Silver | 4.08 g | 29 mm |
| Issuer | Sasanian Empire (Sasanian Empire (224-651)) |
|---|---|
| Emperor | Yazdgerd I (399-420) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 399-420 |
| Value | Drachm (1⁄12) |
| Currency | Dinar (224 AD-651 AD) |
| Composition | Silver |
| Weight | 4.08 g |
| Diameter | 29 mm |
| Shape | Round (irregular) |
| Technique | Hammered |
| Orientation | 3 o'clock ↑→ |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-10 |
| Numista | N#417911 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 97% |
Reverse
Fire altar flanked by two attendants; in upper field to left, pellet between two crescents; in upper field to right, crescent above pellet; in field to right, AWH (name of the mint in Pahlawi).
Legend: TWLY YZDKLTY
Script: Inscriptional Pahlavi
Translation: Fire of Yazdgerd.
Interesting fact
One interesting fact about the Standard circulation coin Drachm - Yazdgerd I (399-420) from Sasanian Empire (Sasanian Empire (224-651)) made of Silver weighing 4.08 g is that it features an image of the king, Yazdgerd I, in a distinctive crown and necklace, which was a symbol of the Sasanian Empire's power and influence.
